> ## Knowledge Base Index
> Fetch the complete knowledge base index at: https://help.sosmt.gov/sitemap.xml
> Use this file to discover available pages before exploring further.
> Pure-Markdown content can be obtained by appending a '.md' suffix to the content URLs listed in the sitemap (without the trailing slash).

# Why are paper forms not accepted?

The Montana Secretary of State’s office has moved to an online-only filing system to improve efficiency and processing.